Advanced Care with the Deka CO₂ Laser
At Cornerstone Dental and Orthodontics, we are proud to offer state-of-the-art treatments using the Deka CO₂ Laser — a powerful, minimally invasive tool that provides precise soft tissue treatments with faster healing, reduced discomfort, and outstanding results. Whether treating children or adults, the Deka laser offers a modern alternative to traditional surgical methods.
What is the Deka CO₂ Laser?
The Deka CO₂ laser is a high-precision soft tissue laser that uses a focused beam of light energy to gently remove or reshape tissue. It minimizes bleeding, swelling, and discomfort, making it ideal for procedures in the mouth, throat, and airway.
Unlike traditional methods using scalpels or scissors, laser therapy is:
- Virtually painless
- Quick with minimal downtime
- Sterile, reducing risk of infection
- Often requires no sutures
Treatments Offered with the Deka CO₂ Laser
Frenectomy (Lip & Tongue Tie Release)
A frenectomy is the release of the tight connective tissue (frenulum) under the tongue or upper lip that can restrict movement.
- Children: Supports speech development and oral function
- Adults: May alleviate tongue tension, neck pain, and speech issues
Benefits of laser frenectomy:
- No general anesthesia
- Quick procedure (5–10 minutes)
- Little to no bleeding
- Immediate improvement in mobility
QuietNite™ Snoring Treatment
The Deka CO₂ laser is used in QuietNite, a gentle, non-invasive treatment to reduce or eliminate snoring by tightening the soft tissues in the throat and airway.
- How it works: The laser stimulates collagen production in the soft palate, reducing tissue vibration.
- Treatment time: Less than 20 minutes
- No downtime: Patients return to normal activity right away
- Results: Noticeable improvement in snoring and sleep quality in as few as 3 sessions
Oral Soft Tissue Procedures
The Deka laser is also ideal for:
- Gingival contouring
- Removal of benign oral lesions
- Treating periodontal disease
Who can benefit?
Patients of all ages may benefit from Deka CO₂ laser treatment, especially those who:
- Suffer from snoring or mild sleep-disordered breathing
- Experience speech, feeding, or orthodontic issues due to a tongue or lip tie
- Prefer a gentle, precise, and fast-healing approach to oral surgery